Author: Mujeedat
Delta State Government has intensified efforts to apprehend those behind the harassment of young women in Ozoro, while pledging psychosocial support and broader protection for victims. The State Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Charles Aniagwu, disclosed that the governor has directed security agencies to arrest and prosecute all culpable persons. Aniagwu, speaking on Arise TV’s Morning Show, said the incident, widely circulated on social media, was a criminal act unconnected to the Ozoro cultural festival. He described the youths’ actions as a deviation from acceptable conduct, stressing that they “went out of scope” and engaged in behaviour…
The Group of Seven (G7) is stepping up coordinated efforts to cushion the global economy from surging oil prices and supply disruptions linked to the Iran‑led Middle East conflict. Finance ministers, central bankers, and energy officials have agreed to take “all necessary measures” to stabilize energy markets, paving the way for possible releases of emergency oil stocks and targeted fiscal support to blunt the impact on consumers and businesses. At the center of the G7 strategy is the planned use of strategic petroleum reserves, a move already flagged by the International Energy Agency (IEA), which has outlined a framework for…
Stands Out in Grassroots Leadership in Anambra East & West Federal Constituency Anambra State, Nigeria — An impeccable, comprehensive, and independent investigation conducted among grassroots people by the African Writers Centre (AWC) across communities in Anambra East and West Federal Constituency of Anambra State has identified Amb. Dr. John Metchie as a patriot who has what it takes to represent the people of the Constituency at any level of government in Nigeria. Metchie was generally described as a silent and transformative community development enthusiast, passionate, impactful, and visible in grassroots leadership in Anambra East and West Federal Constituency, with a…
Oh, My Heart Bleeds! I am still in a dreamland! What ordinarily should be a celebration of the Isoko culture…a cultural heritage preserved by decades of glamour and glitz; a culture that defines the proud heritage of my people of Isoko; a culture that binds and celebrates my race, placing us on the global map of rich heritage, is being desecrated by those that ordinarily should have been handed over the baton of honour but who rather chose otherwise. As a proud Isoko woman, media broadcaster, and advocate for women’s rights, I recall the Ozoro festival’s richness – lazed with…
In a befitting tribute to the contributions of female officers to the development of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), the Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, held a surprise appreciation event to commemorate the 2026 International Women’s Day. The event, held at the Customs House in Maitama on Friday, March 27, 2026, was attended by a large crowd of officers across ranks, as well as members of the Customs Officers’ Wives Association (COWA). Each attendee was presented with a rose in recognition of their resilience, commitment, and service to the nation. While addressing the officers, CGC Adeniyi stated that…
The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has signalled an imminent improvement in Nigeria’s electricity supply, saying reforms under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu are yielding tangible results. Speaking at the first‑quarter 2026 Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry (NESI) Stakeholders’ Meeting in Lagos, Adelabu hailed the administration’s decision to clear longstanding debts owed to generation companies (GenCos), calling it a turning‑point measure that has helped stabilise the sector. Adelabu noted that Nigeria has recorded its highest generation levels to date, alongside measurable gains across other performance indicators over the past three years. He attributed the progress to coordinated reforms, including the settlement of…
The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, has praised the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) for prioritising the fight against corruption and illicit financial flows in its Country Programme for Nigeria covering 2026–2030. Speaking in Abuja on 27 March 2026 at the programme’s launch, Olukoyede described corruption as a major threat to national and global development and commended every initiative aimed at dismantling it. He said the EFCC found the programme’s emphasis on combating corruption and curbing illicit financial flows especially relevant, noting that graft continues to impose heavy economic and social…
The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN), Engr. (Dr.) Sule Ahmed Abdulaziz, has praised the National Union of Electricity Employees (NUEE) for sustaining a cordial relationship and fostering industrial harmony within the organisation. Speaking at the National Joint Advisory Committee Meeting between NUEE’s National Executives and TCN management in Abuja on 26 March 2026, he said the union’s leadership has played a key role in advancing the company’s collective progress. Abdulaziz assured NUEE that TCN management remains committed to improving staff welfare and maintaining a collaborative environment, even amid the broader challenges bedeviling…
The Ewheyae Isoko Association of Nigeria Worldwide, is a vibrant cultural group dedicated to celebrating Isoko traditions, promoting family values, integrity, and empowering women. As passionate custodians of their rich heritage, they honour their family values and stand unwavering against injustice, advocating tirelessly for women’s and youths’ well-being. Recently, this committed organization voiced strong condemnation after a shocking attack on women during the festive Alue-Do celebration in Ozoro Kingdom, Delta State. Describing the incident as a “heinous act,” the Ewheya Isoko Association condemned how violent hoodlums hijacked the cherished annual festival — a lively event known for communal celebration.…
The Lagos State Security Trust Fund (LSSTF) has launched a two‑day capacity‑building training for security operatives across Lagos State, aimed at strengthening inter‑agency collaboration and improving operational efficiency. The exercise, which began on 25 March 2026 and runs through 26 March, brings together personnel from the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Nigerian Army, Nigeria Police Force, Nigeria Immigration Service, Federal Road Safety Corps, National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, Lagos State Traffic Management Authority, Lagos Neighbourhood Safety Corps, and other security partners. Delivering the opening address, the Chief Executive Officer and Executive Secretary of LSSTF, Dr. Ayo Ogunsan, described…